Understanding the Green Card Process  

The U.S. Green Card provides permanent residency, enabling individuals to reside, work, and move freely within the U.S. Holders enjoy unlimited employment options, access to social security benefits, and the capability to sponsor family members. One can receive a Green Card through a variety of different means, including through employment, through family sponsorship, or through the Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery Program of the United States. After five years of permanent residency, those who hold a Green Card are eligible to submit an application for citizenship in the United States and are granted full civic rights, including the opportunity to vote.

Key Benefits of the Green Card  

• Permanently reside and work in the United States

Once a Green Card is obtained, there is no requirement for visa renewals or sponsorship.

• The ability to switch employers

Green Card holders are able to work for any employer in the United States, unlike those with temporary work visas.

• Pathway to U.S. Citizenship

Green Card holders are eligible to petition for naturalisation after five years.

• Family Sponsorship

Green Card holders have the ability to sponsor their spouses, children, and parents for residency.

• Access to Federal Benefits

Qualification for Medicaid, Social Security, Medicare, and educational financial assistance.

Eligibility Criteria  

Individuals must meet the following criteria for one of the Green Card classifications:

• Employment-Based Permanent Resident Visas (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3)
  – EB-1: Designated for persons possessing uncommon ability, distinguished professors, or multinational executives.
  – EB-2: Designated for individuals possessing advanced degrees or remarkable skills in their respective domains.
  – EB-3: Designated for skilled labourers and professionals possessing bachelor’s degrees or equivalent experience.
• Family-Sponsored Green Cards  Spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens and permanent residents are considered immediate relatives.
• Diversity Visa Lottery – The DV Lottery awards 50,000 Green Cards each year to applicants from under-represented nations.

Recent Green Card Updates (2024-2025)  

Extended Processing Durations: Heightened demand has prolonged Green Card processing to 12-24 months for certain categories.
Updated Priority Date Cutoffs: Recent changes in the visa bulletin have affected the processing times for family-sponsored applications.
Ongoing Delays in Processing: Expect continued delays in the processing of Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status).

How to Apply  

Step 1: Assess your qualifications based on work, family sponsorship, or the DV Lottery.
Step 2: Submit the required petition (Form I-130, I-140, or DV application) to USCIS.
Step 3: Participate in the biometrics screening and visa interview at a U.S. consulate (if submitting an application from outside the country).
Step 4: If you are applying from within the United States, submit Form I-485 for Adjustment of Status.
Step 5: Once approved, obtain your Green Card and embrace permanent residency!

Green Card Process with Twins Abroad  

At Twins Abroad, we streamline the Green Card journey by providing support with eligibility evaluations, employer sponsorship, family petitions, and visa submissions. Our skilled professionals provide smooth documentation, interview coaching, and ongoing support after approval, guiding you towards securing long-term residency in the U.S. Begin your path to permanent residency today—reach out to us now!